How Much Is 3 Tablespoons of Egg Whites in Ounces?
Converting 3 tablespoons of egg whites to ounces gives 1.61 oz. One tablespoon of egg whites weighs 15.19g, so 3 tablespoons is 3 × 15.19 = 45.56g (1.61 oz). This conversion is specific to egg whites because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3 tablespoons of egg whites
- 1 tablespoon of egg whites = 15.19g
- 3 × 15.19 = 45.56g
- Convert grams to ounces: 45.56 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.61 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Carton egg whites and yolks have very consistent density, making them easier to measure by volume than freshly separated eggs. If your recipe calls for a specific gram amount, carton products are the most predictable.
Egg Whites at Different Amounts
How egg whites scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (3 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 3 tablespoons of egg whites (45.56g) is close in weight to a golf ball (46g).
Other Amounts of Egg Whites
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.54 oz | 0.54 oz | 0.72 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.07 oz | 1.09 oz | 1.45 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.61 oz | 1.63 oz | 2.17 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 2.14 oz | 2.17 oz | 2.90 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.68 oz | 2.72 oz | 3.62 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 3.21 oz | 3.26 oz | 4.35 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 4.29 oz | 4.35 oz | 5.80 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 5.36 oz | 5.43 oz | 7.25 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 6.43 oz | 6.52 oz | 8.70 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 8.57 oz | 8.70 oz | 11.59 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.
What is an Ounce?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.